Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Difficult periods come and go throughout the spectrum of
life. One minute you’re up… the next you’re down. Sometimes we end up a little
further down than anticipated. Sometimes the result is “rock bottom”.

For some people, hitting this point serves as the wake-up
call needed to turn their life around. This far down, the only way out is up.
In this entry, we will discuss some common signs of “rock bottom” to help
promote a safe and stealthy recovery.

1 – Loss of employment. With most Americans living paycheck
to paycheck, losing a job often means a loss of the necessities required for
survival, ie. shelter, clothing and food!

2 – Loss of friends and family. After a long enough period,
you may begin finding yourself alienated from friends and family members. Your
loved ones may find it difficult watching someone self-destruct and pull away
to the hurt.

3 – Loss of property. The repossession of furniture items, a
vehicle or home can be a sobering experience indeed. Some addicts may even
steal or pawn items to get by each month.

4 – Loss of confidence. The events leading up to “rock
bottom” can often take a toll on the individual’s physical, mental and
emotional health. Common symptoms include stress, depression, insomnia and anxiety.
Such afflictions can immobilize a person, making it difficult to complete
routine tasks, such as eating, leaving bed, basic hygiene upkeep, etc.

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Friday, April 19, 2013

Prescription drug abuse is not uncommon. What begins as a
physician prescribed pain management solution may quickly lead to a full-blown
addiction, impacting relationships, employment, finances and health. In this
entry, we will provide you with a few tips to help recognize a prescription
pill addiction.

1 – It is important to understand that this type of
addiction is not limited to any one type of pill. In fact, recent studies have
uncovered that many OTC medications can also lead to addictive problems. When
it comes to abuse and dependency, no pill or substance should be
underestimated.

2 – One of the main ways to determine a prescription drug
addiction is a growing tolerance for the substance they are taking. When a
users begins to develop a tolerance, they must use more of the substance in
question to achieve the desired effect.

3 – Prescription drug addicts will often exhibit from poor
performance at school and/or work. A once well organized individual may begin
losing the ability to perform at the same level.

4 – Interest levels in activities or hobbies once held dear
may begin to wane. Individuals who once interacted with others on a regular
basis may alienate themselves and become withdrawn.

Monday, April 15, 2013

Once viewed as a psychological disorder of gluttony and
excess, addiction has come to light as a physiological disease rooted deep in
the brain chemistry and wiring. Though there is no cure for addiction, a number
of therapies and treatments have proven effective in addressing addictive
behaviors and compulsions. However, it is important to educate oneself
regarding the complexity and difficulty of these behaviors before treatment can
offer any hope of success.

1 – Self-awareness is key to combating an addictive
personality. Keeping in tune with behaviors actions and reactions will create a
base from which to create a healthy, happy, and sober lifestyle. Understanding
which triggers – chemical, emotional, psychical - to look for and avoid will
help ensure consistency, while keeping temptation at arms length.

2 – Communication is yet another ally in the fight towards
recovery. Addicts must face a lifelong struggle in addressing negative
compulsions, and as with any battle, one should not fight alone. Family,
friends and significant others should be kept in the loop and made aware of the
situation to ensure the best interests of the addict are promoted and upheld.
The more people you have on your team, the better chance of success.

3 – Because addition is a lifelong affliction, perseverance
is essential to success. Bouts of sadness and difficulty are all but certain,
but the understanding that these times are temporary is paramount to a
continued recovery.

You may trip. You may fall. So long as you pick yourself up,
you will not fail.

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